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Export and Trade Data
Trade
Information Center ***
Purpose:1st stop information about federal
export programs & country/regional market
information.
Content:Frequently asked Q & A, current events,
export programs guide, "how-to" information and software, general export info,
export assistance by email, financial information, trade promotion events,
foreign tariff, taxes & customs information, country/regional market
info.
Site Strengths: The frequently asked Q & A section provides
a detailed outline that includes important information for beginning exporters.
The site is clear and lists many relevant links for small businesses.
Ease
of use: good - site provides quick access.
Operated by: Department
of Commerce, International Trade Administration
Cost: Free
GLOBUS and NTDB **
Purpose: To provide market
information.
Content: UN Trade Leads: Contains current and historical
information regarding the demand for specific goods and services in a country,
including contact information. Searches can be conducted by date or title.
Industry Sector Analysis Reports: Contains descriptions of potential market
opportunities categorized by country and industry. The site provides a link to
the International Trade Library.
Site Strengths: The information is
easily accessible and lists interesting trade opportunities.
Ease of
Use: Fast, layout is clear.
Operated by: The National Trade Data
Bank (US Department of Commerce).
Cost: Free
Tradeport ***
Purpose: Provides background
information on many aspects of exporting.
Content: How to guide to get
started in exporting, including:A basic guide to exporting provided by the
Chamber of Commerce to locate companies specializing in finance. Recommended
reading with a link to Amazon.com. Glossary of terms. Schedules of trade
events.
Why is it Good? The information within the site is
straightforward. There are numerous external links to obtain more detailed
information. Also, the site is filled with eye catching graphics, animation, and
pictured icons.
Ease of Use: Great - Site provides categories broken
down in small steps.
Who runs it? Bay Area Economic Forum and LA
Trade
Cost: Free
export
hotline.com **
Purpose: Provides export information especially
valuable to small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Content: Country
reviews, industry surveys, communications services info, trade shows search
engine, UPS shipping info, global business directory listings for small business
networking via ExporTel.
Site strengths? The Country Review section is
an excellent source for market research. Reports provide valuable information on
over 80 countries in trade, investment, and risk assessment. Reports are
compiled from more than 150 credible sources, like the U.S Department of
Commerce and the Federal Trade Commission, and are updated on a regular
basis.
Ease of Use: Good - Organized and easy to read. Provides quick
and easy access to export topics, with the exception of the Trade Statistics
section, which is currently unavailable.
Operated By: International
Strategies, Inc., Boston, MA Sponsors include AT&T, United Parcel Service,
and American Express Co.
Cost: Mostly free! Registration is required
to access reports and data. Reports are free to read. To print, however, a $35
fee is assessed to setup a print account for up to 10 reports. Purchase
additional reports in groups of 10 at a cost $25 thereafter.
World Trade Center Institute
*
Purpose: The World Trade Center Institute is a source of broad
information and education about international business in the Mid-Atlantic
region and abroad.
Content: Information on WTCI; international
business events and seminars; international import/export news in the form of
links to specific articles.
Site Strengths: Contains useful
information on current international business events..
Ease of Use:
Layout confusing because there is so much information.
Operated By:
WTCI headquarters in Baltimore, MD.
Cost: Free. Membership
encouraged. |
